Currant Stem Girdler vs Carrion Parasitoid Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Currant Stem Girdler | Carrion Parasitoid Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Janus integer | Alysia manducator |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cephidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Currant Stem Girdler
A slender black stem sawfly that attacks currant and gooseberry bushes. Females girdle the stem tips with their ovipositor, causing them to wilt.
Did You Know?
The female girdles the stem above the egg insertion point, causing the tip to wilt and die, which provides the larva with softened stem tissue to feed on.
Carrion Parasitoid Wasp
A small braconid wasp that parasitizes blowfly larvae in carrion. An important part of the decomposition ecosystem. Females locate buried fly larvae using chemical cues.
Did You Know?
Females can detect fly larvae buried in carrion from a considerable distance using their sensitive antennae.